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Oregon Offers Free Fishing Weekend
Residents and visitors can fish, clam, and crab without licenses on February 14-15, 2026
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is hosting a Free Fishing Weekend on February 14-15, 2026, when both Oregon residents and nonresidents can fish, clam, and crab without needing a license or tags. All other fishing regulations still apply, and the public is encouraged to check the latest updates on closures, bag limits, and size restrictions before heading out.
Why it matters
Free Fishing Weekends are a popular way for the state to encourage outdoor recreation and connect people with Oregon's natural resources. This event provides an opportunity for families, tourists, and novice anglers to try fishing, clamming, and crabbing without the usual license fees, potentially introducing new participants to these activities.
The details
During the Free Fishing Weekend, no fishing, shellfish, or crabbing licenses or tags will be required. All other regulations, such as closures, single rod limitations, bag limits, and size restrictions, will still apply. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife plans to stock many of the state's ponds and lakes with rainbow trout ahead of the event.
- The Free Fishing Weekend will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026 and Sunday, February 15, 2026.
The players
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)
The state agency responsible for managing Oregon's fish and wildlife resources, including organizing the annual Free Fishing Weekend event.
What’s next
Anglers and shellfish harvesters are encouraged to check the ODFW website and the Oregon Department of Agriculture's shellfish safety hotline for the latest updates on regulations, closures, and stocking locations before heading out during the Free Fishing Weekend.
The takeaway
Free Fishing Weekends provide a great opportunity for Oregonians and visitors to enjoy the state's abundant natural resources without the typical licensing requirements, making it easier for families and newcomers to participate in fishing, clamming, and crabbing activities.
